Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred

Background: As you may or may not know, Jillian Michaels is the trainer on the T.V. show The Biggest Loser. She has constructed work outs that combined cardio and strength in one workout. This makes it so the workouts can be shorter but just as effective as a longer one that separates their cardio and strength. Her moves also target problem areas such as; stomach, thighs and arms.

How it works: It's actually pretty simple. There is one DVD composed of three different levels, one level for every ten days at 30 minutes a workout. However I have learned that you can stay on level one until you are ready to progress to level two. This work out can take longer than 30 days if you want it to. Also, if you consider yourself to be a beginner in working out, Jillian has two other women in her videos, one does the more advanced move and the other a modified move. This gives you the chance to work out at your level with the goal being to work up to the more advanced move.

Prices: The DVD runs between $6 and $14 and is available at locations such as Walmart, Target and Amazon. You can also purchase the download on your computer for $16.

Diet: To help your work out come along most effective and trim down tummy fat, you may decide to diet. There is no set food plan for this Shred so feel free to implement your own diet. If you are not going to be on a food plan try avoiding certain foods that you can find in my post about dieting. 

Step One: After obtaining your copy of the DVD it’s time to measure!!! I learned a long time ago that it is better to measure than to document your weight. Weight is flexible depending on the time of day and what you’re wearing. Also, because this video is based on building muscle, it is reshaping your body. Muscle does weigh more than fat. I found it’s easier to measure your key problem areas because that is the best way to see your results!!!

Okay here is where you will need to measure:

1.     Arms:  The thickest part of each arm.

2.     Thighs: The thickest part of each thigh.

3.     Lower Waist: All the way around your waist at your belly button.

4.    Hips: Biggest part of your hips.

Step Two: Everyday do your work out! In the video the girls use 5lb dumbbells. You can start with 3lb’s and work up to 5lbs if you need to. Also, it is important you do it every day for 30 minutes even if you are sore. It is important to keep consistent.

Step Three: At the end of your 30 Day Shred re-measure yourself. In my research I have found most people lose about 1-2 inches inches in each part of the body. You will look more toned and go down at least a dress size. After the 30 days you can do other simple work outs to keep your body toned and continue to lose inches.